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Voodoo mahi-mahi, crawfish étouffée, Cajun seafood - Lou Lou in Middletown, Louisville, KY

Lou Lou in Middletown

4.6
4.6
139 Reviews
$30 and under
Cajun

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Our third and latest location brings Bourbon Street vibes to Louisville—perfect for date nights or family fun. Experience authentic Cajun flavors with an Italian twist, right in your neighborhood!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (502) 861-1078
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Chris Pfeiffer
  • Neighborhood
    Middletown
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 139 people are saying

Lou Lou in Middletown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lou Lou in Middletown is a vibrant dining spot offering a "taste of New Orleans" with its authentic Cajun-inspired menu. Guests rave about the "outstanding service" and "delicious food," especially the jambalaya and she-crab soup. Despite some noise concerns, the "friendly and attentive" staff, including standout servers like Henry and Deanna, enhance the overall experience.

139 Reviews
  1. Vicky

    Cincinnati2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good first experience! I will return. Service a little slow.

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  2. BrianL

    St. Louis6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I was excited to try the new location as I've been a customer of the St Matthew's location, then Nu Lu, but I was disappointed by the new location. It's a watered-down version of the others. The tables are tight, and the food is OK. The side salads were the best part... the linguini and meatballs were way too heavy on tomato paste and light on linguini. I'll continue to frequent the other locations. Also, prices have significantly increased.

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  3. Rhonda

    Louisville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our go to spots. This is fabulous food service and experience.

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  4. Vicki

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food excellent service. Love the Cajun vibe.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved it! Great food, value and overall experience. Will certainly be back!

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  6. Ruth

    San Antonio2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love Lou Lou! Never went to any of the other locations but since this one is close by we tried it and now we are hooked. The drinks are amazing, Old fashioned the way it is sup to be. The fish, pasta and Cajun dishes are all amazing, flavorful and we will be back many times over!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and food were awesome. And this was on Fat Tuesday. I would have expected the kitchen and wait staff to be swamped and slower than normal. However, prompt, professional service was experienced. The food was delivered quickly and was DELICIOUS. The only negative comment was that I ordered an old fashion from the bar and the quality of that drink was less than I would have hoped for. This restaurant is one of my wife and favorite and is a regular. Please note that the noise in the restaurant is louder than average so if you are looking for a quiet place you may be disappointed if they are busy and/or have a band. Highly recommend!

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  8. Lindsay VIP

    Minneapolis18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    12/10 I love all Lou Lou locations and this new one is a perfect mix of the atmosphere of Nulu’s location and the East End convenience of the Saint Matthew’s location! The food and drinks were AMAZING and the service was impeccable! They really went all out for mardis gras and it was such a fun experience!

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  9. DawnB

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great reservations the server was excellent it was Mardi Gras’s and my birthday so great time

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  10. AmyR

    Louisville4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We made reservations because they advertised a crab boil. Got there and they didn’t have that. It was the only reason we went. They also didn’t update their FB page to let anyone know. We were very disappointed.

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FAQs

Lou Lou in Middletown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 861-1078.

Lou Lou in Middletown is rated 4.6 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lou Lou in Middletown

12717 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40243-1534

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Middletown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cajun, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Chris Pfeiffer
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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